Technologist I - Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate.

Eurofins is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organisation services. Eurofins is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. The Group also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 55,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of 900 laboratories in over 50 countries. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

• Following prescribed procedures, performing any of the tests within any of the laboratory specialties, calculating the results of the tests performed as necessary
• Operating, calibrating, conducting performance checks, and maintaining any laboratory analyzers or equipment
• Recognizing and correcting basic analyzer malfunctions; notifying management personnel when appropriate
• Preparing reagents or media from a prescribed procedure
• Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria
• Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluating results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated.
• Review and follow Standard Operating Procedures
• Supports Eurofins DPT’s business philosophy, leadership values, and ethics
• Meets basic expectations of Eurofins DPT’s quality management system, including, but not limited to good workmanship, adherence to standard operational procedures, training, good documentation practices, accurate recordkeeping so the company may meet its stated quality policy and objectives.

The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• This laboratory carefully maintains all hazardous materials.  All employees must abide by Eurofins DPT’s Safety and Exposure procedures.  This includes using the provided safety clothing and equipment.
• For a list of potential chemical hazards, see appropriate SDS sheet.

Job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.  They are meant to be accurate reflections of the principle job elements essential for making fair pay decisions.  Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

As an employee of Eurofins DPT, I understand that it is my duty and responsibility to uphold the company’s Corporate Value Statements and Code of Conduct at all times.  If I have any questions regarding my job description or any duties or requirements contained within, I understand it is my responsibility to share these concerns with my manager and/or Human Resources.

• No previous experience in Transplant Testing
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology
• Knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as related to medical technology
• Some knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology
• Ability to perform assigned tasks according to prescribed procedures and to make accurate observations and records of tests results
• Skill in the use of medical laboratory equipment.
• Strong organizational and planning skills as well as strong attention to detail.
• Strong and effective written and oral communication skills, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software programs including accurate keyboarding skills
• Internal & External Customer Centric Skills

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
• If required by the State in which the laboratory is located, the appropriate State License to perform clinical laboratory testing.

• In California, must be licensed by the State of California Department of Public Health as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist
• In Georgia, must successfully complete a certification examination from ASCP, AMT, or NCA, or AAB

What we offer:

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Non-Exempt/Hourly position
• Four, 10-hour shifts, with one day on weekend, Full-time, Third shift, Hourly

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.